D-man is 7!!

Dylan had an amazing 7th birthday party.  He and his 7 closest friends (plus a few siblings) all got to attend a 'VIP' screening of the new movie Oz.  I think the movie was a tad over their heads, but in between popcorn bites and Sprite sips no one complained!

The strange thing about having kids grow older is the metamorphosis of the parties.  In the 'Old Days' moms, dads, friends, siblings, and everyone would be typical attendees of a party.  This time it was 'friend only'.  Parents just dropped off their kids for a couple of hours.  I was uncomfortable with how to word that on the invitations at first, but it worked out really well!!!  (Rumor has it that a few of the parents even had lunch and margaritas during the party.)   

Needless to say, we are shocked and amazed at what a wonderful little man Dylan is growing into.  This boy is every bit as sensitive and loving as he is intense and compassionate.  He values the time taken to listen to his stories and shows gratitude for those who genuinely respect and hear him.  He is so attune to others that he can sense sincerity a mile away.  I love this kind little man, who is always looking for a laugh.  Every night I tuck him in and remind him that he is my favorite little 'snuggler'.  Such a good boy... IU Dylan!